Job Title: Communications Specialist Senior

Requisition ID: 2520

Job Category: Managerial / Professional

Location:

Oklahoma City, OK, US, 73101-0321

Job Description:

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: Communications Specialist Senior

• Exempt 56

• Job Code: 105590

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinates, develops and implements internal and external communications programs that contribute to the organizational goals of the Company and all operating divisions. Provides support and contributes to accomplishment of the corporate vision and its underlying business objectives by providing communications-related counsel and services using the appropriate communications strategies and media specifically targeted to the company's various internal and/or external audiences.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Complex responsibilities related to primary focus of job area. Uses best practices and in-depth business knowledge to solve complex problems and improve products or services. May adapt procedures, processes and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Monitor and respond appropriately to identified and emerging issues in order to present the company's viewpoint in a fair and factual manner.

• Manage the company's relationships with regional media to foster educated and factual reporting of company initiatives.

• Provide tactical management of crisis communications to ensure stakeholders receive timely and accurate information.

• Research and provide tools to help company leaders effectively communicate to their members.

• Research stakeholders' preferences for receiving information to understand the best way to engage them.

• All other duties as assigned.

• Monitor and analyze feedback on client's communication initiatives to determine better ways to engage employees.

• Advance corporate culture initiatives by planning and executing member events and activities that showcase the company's values and beliefs.

• Consult with company leaders to recommend, develop and implement compelling communications strategies that convey the company's values, vision, strategy and performance to stakeholders.

• Stay current with accepted communication metrics, recommend and apply new metrics, and provide informative analyses of communication programs to clients to ensure business objectives are being met.

• Research and execute change management techniques to ensure successful implementation of internal policies, procedures and programs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or other related field, And 5 years marketing or communications experience.

• Experience creating message concepts and converting complex information/data into reader-friendly external messages.

• Experience in media relations.

• Experience using social and/or digital media.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May require travel.

• May be required to work non-standard work schedules.

• Mostly office environment.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Member will not be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.

• Member is not required to perform any safety sensitive duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Ability to interpret and apply corporate vision and strategy.

• Strong ability to develop and implement short and long-term communications strategies to attract and inform external audiences such as investors and analysts.

• Ability to work well with the media.

• Strong ability to view and understand Company, utility industry and current events in context.

• Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of people, including senior executives and external officials.

• Strong ability to respond professionally to complex issues without direct oversight or supervision.

• Strong ability to review, analyze and communicate effectively regarding operational and/or financial issues.

• Strong ability to understand and effectively communicate operational and/or financial strategy.

• Strong ability to create message concepts and converting information/data into reader-friendly external messages.

• High degree of professional judgment required to respond to difficult and sensitive inquires.

• Exceptional communication skills (oral, written, and presentation).

• Strong ability to utilize a personal computer effectively using standard MS Office applications, internet and other internal software.

• Strong ability to work effectively in teams.

• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Strong ability to make create and deliver effective presentations to diverse audiences.

• Strong ability to manage multiple projects with aggressive deadlines, while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

• Strong ability to utilize internal and external contacts resourcefully and comfortably to complete assignments.

• Strong ability to plan, implement and evaluate strategic communication initiatives.

• Knowledge in one or more of the following: Internet/web development, Video productions, Photography or Publication production preferred.

• Strong detail orientation.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver’s License)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen

SALARY RANGE

$79,643 - $106,184